How to Spend a Night in London
London is a vibrant and exciting city, and one which is at the top of a lot of people’s bucket lists, whether travelling within the United Kingdom or visiting from abroad. With so much to see and do in London, it’s always encouraged to do your research and make the best of a night out in London, especially if you only have the one.
Below are a few ideas how you can spend a night in London.
Research Top Bars and Restaurants Ahead of Time
Because London is such a popular place, not only is there a vast amount of bars, clubs, and restaurants to choose from, but they may also get full pretty fast. To make sure you don’t waste any time at bars or eateries you wouldn’t like, research is key to find the most positively reviewed places so that you can make them your priority. You can even ensure your accommodation is close enough to the bars and restaurants you’d like to visit, and make a booking ahead of time if possible to ensure you don’t miss out on the experience.
Meet New People
Travelling alone and sight-seeing in a big city can be daunting, so meeting new people to share the experience with might be your priority. If you want to check items off your to-do list by sharing the experience with others, or maybe other people who know the area better than you do, then planning ahead on where you can meet new people will be a must.
You may want to meet and talk with others organically, like at a community event, in a bar, or maybe even opt for a shared hostel room while staying in the city so you can meet like-minded people that way. If you’re looking for a new friend you can spend the entire evening with, you can also browse agencies like Playgirls London.
Take in Top Attractions at Night
There are many fantastic tourist attractions in London, and these can look even more exciting at night. It’s a good idea to prioritise what you would like to see in order to avoid disappointment and make an itinerary, especially if you would prefer a more active sight-seeing night in London rather than spending it in a bar.
A few ideas include:
- Taking a round on the London Eye. Not only does this attraction look spectacular lit up at night, but you’ll then have a bird’s eye view of London illuminated around you, too.
- Check out the shops. Some store spots in London actually do stay open during the evening, like Oxford Street and Brixton Street Market.
- Book a night tour of London. If you’d prefer to be led around by an expert, there are many tours of London available for specific interests, such as general tours or spooky ghost tours.
Whatever you choose to do in London, research and planning ahead of time will also be helpful in such a busy city, but also leave some time in your night for spontaneity, as there’s so much you can find along the way.
